When everyone else is pulling on a hoodie and digging out their socks, Whakatāne locals are still very much enjoying tranquil waters, blue skies and lofty temperatures. We pick out some of the best things to do this autumn in the Eastern Bay.

Have you ever seen glow worms? There's something utterly magical about seeing a glittering spread of blue-white tiny stars up close. According to one of our knowledgeable and friendly guides, Tom, they aren't so beautiful in the cold light of day.

After her first visit across the ditch, Reyes Beard, a freelance brand manager from South Australia with an insatiable appetite for good company and great view, shares what's it actually like to be a TOURIST at the Bay.

Creating tailor-made holidays which combine spectacular European destinations with insights into the heart and soul of the local culture has proven a forte for artist Susan Harrison-Tustain and wine connoisseur/ photographer Richard Tustain.

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UNO. is a glossy lifestyle magazine based in the Bay of Plenty. We share the stories of the local residents such as Peter Burling and Sarah Goss. We also feature homes and architecture, food and wine, and travel. We are resolutely CELEBRATORY.